Join the 1,000+ dogs and dog lovers to take a 2-mile walk down historic Union St and back along the beautiful Potomac River to Oronoco Bay Park for the ALX Dog Walk on April 5 from 7-11AM. Participate with or without a pup!
There will be surprise performers, goodie bags, a DJ, an obstacle course, and a dog show. Sign up today!
Mark your calendars! Bike to Work Day is May 15, 2025. You can register starting in early March. Be sure to select the Carlyle Pit Stop in order to get your free t-shirt here in John Carlyle Square Park!
The Bike to Work Day event will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at T-shirt pick-up points known as ‘pit stops’ occurring throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan region. Many but not all local events offer food, beverages, and chances to win raffle prizes for participants. In-kind donations of food, beverages, and raffle prizes will be accepted by the local pit stops through April.
Interested in becoming a sponsor for the Carlyle Pit Stop? Please reach out to us at thecarlylecommunity@carlylecouncil.com or visit the Bike to Work Day website to learn more!
Enjoy a four course meal on March 14 from 6-9PM,and journey through Virginia’s orchards, highlighting unique apple varieties, expertly made into cider less than half a mile away from Trademark. You can’t get much more local than this, and you'll be joined by founder and cider extraordinaire Tristan Wright of Lost Boy Cider. Reserve your spot today!
Read MoreDon't miss George Washington's birthday parade on February 15th from 2-4PM! This year’s parade theme is George Washington: America’s Commander-in-Chief, marking the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War and founding of the United States Army. The Parade Grand Marshal will be Lieutenant General Heidi J. Hoyle, Deputy Chief of Staff of the United States Army.
Visit www.washingtonbirthday.com for the parade route and details.
Alexandria Police Chief, Tarrick McGuire continues to have conversations with members of the Alexandria community. Members of the community are invited to attend and participate. In response to the community feedback received, the APD will collaborate with the community to create plans to address the issues raised.
The next conversation is Tuesday, February 11, 2025 from 6-7PM
Grab your best friend(s) and come celebrate Galentine's Day over brunch and of course, mimosas at Whiskey & Oyster on February 9th! This is a special day dedicated to celebrating friendship and showering your girlfriends with all the affection! Enjoy a special brunch menu, photobooth sesh for those lasting memories, gift goodie bags for every guest, mimosa bar & more!
Reserve your spot today!
The City of Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities will offer its Power-On Summer Camp Program for elementary-aged youth entering 1st–6th grade in Fall 2025. One location will serve Power-Up Program participants entering 6th–9th grade in Fall 2025. Summer Camp will begin Monday, June 16, and end Friday, August 8. Pre-registration is available February 2, 2025 – February 7, 2025.
Read MorePort City Brewing Company is celebrating their 14 year anniversary on February 1st from 11AM - 10PM by throwing a big party with live music, new beer releases, and all-around good vibes.
They’ll be dropping some brand-new beers to mark the occasion, so it’s the perfect time to try something fresh and exciting. Whether you’re a regular or a first-timer, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
The Alexandria Warehouse Sale returns from Saturday, February 1, 2025 – Sunday, February 2, 2025. This year’s warehouse sale will be spread out in stores, pop-up tents, and open retail space along King Street and select side streets in Old Town Alexandria.
Over 40 independent boutiques from Alexandria and the region are participating in this year's sale. Shoppers can expect up to 80% percent off retail prices for clothing, shoes, jewelry, home furnishings, and more. Hours will vary by store.
Alexandria Restaurant Week returns from January 31, 2025. Explore a record number of 90+ participating restaurants, offering special multi-course prix fixe dinner menus at $30, $40 or $50 per person, plus fast casual offers.
For a list of participating restaurants, and to view the full menu book, visit the Alexandria Restaurant Week website.
Mark your calendars! Bike to Work Day is May 15, 2025. You can register starting in early March. Be sure to select the Carlyle Pit Stop in order to get your free t-shirt here in John Carlyle Square Park!
Read MoreAlexandria has been featured in Travel and Leisure’s World’s Best Survey as one of the “Best Cities in the U.S.” since 2022! It has been nominated again this year, for the fourth year in a row. Please take a moment to vote for Alexandria between now and February 24, 2025.
Read MoreThis year, between March 3rd and May 31, 2025, employers in in the DMV are invited to take part in a friendly competition where employees track sustainable commute and non-commute trips to win prizes and other incentives. Participants will track remote work, as well as bus, train, carpool, vanpool, biking and walking trips during the competition. Participation is completely free!
Read MoreThe Office of Historic Alexandria invites the public to celebrate Black History Month this February with a dynamic lineup of events and activities. Black History Month is an annual recognition of the history, culture, achievements, and contributions of African Americans and persons of African descent in U.S. history. Join us in commemorating this important month with events all month long.
Read MoreSanta, Mrs.Claus, and his merry crew will once again visit the D.C. region via historic Alexandria for his Waterskiing Santa Show on December 24th. There is also a rumor the Grinch will try and steal the show at 12:45 PM before the show starts! Santa and his pals begin at BARCA Pier at 1PM and ski north to Founders Park before circling back south and finishing at Ford’s Landing.
Read MoreJoin the Alexandria Independent Policing Auditor (AIPA) and Board members from the Independent Community Policing Review Board (ICPRB) for a discussion regarding changes to enabling ordinances on December 16 from 6:30-8:00PM at Charles Houston Recreation Center – 901 Wythe Street Alexandria, VA.
Read MoreAlexandria was founded in 1749 by Scottish merchants and was named after Scotsman John Alexander who owned the land that became Alexandria. Today, the city continues celebrating its heritage with the iconic Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk Parade. Dozens of Scottish clans, dressed in colorful tartans, parade through the streets of Old Town joined by pipe and drum bands, as well as terriers and hounds, community groups, and more. This year's parade will be held on December 7, 2024 from 11AM- 1PM.
Read MoreThe Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), aimed at combating illicit financial activity, went into effect on January 1, 2021. Under the act, small businesses in the United States need to file beneficial ownership information reports (BOIR) with the Department of the Treasury by January 1, 2025.
Read MoreOld Town Alexandria’s historic waterfront will shine for the 24th Annual Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights. Dozens of brightly lit boats will cruise along a one mile stretch of the Potomac River shoreline. Enjoy dockside festivities in Waterfront Park including: a pop-up beer garden from Port City Brewing Company, food, activities and more. This year's boat parade will be held on December 7, 2024 at 5:30PM.
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